Plumber in Orange County & Los Angeles
Reliable plumbing services from a trusted local company
Target Plumbers, also known as Target Plumbing Services, is a local plumbing service for homes and businesses across Orange County and Los Angeles. We fix leaks, clogged drains, water heaters, gas lines and sewer problems. Call any time, day or night. We diagnose the problem, give you one written flat-rate price, and start only when you approve it.
- Available 24/7
- Written flat-rate quote before any work
- Licensed plumbing contractor
24/7 Emergency Plumber in Orange County & LA
Burst pipe, sewage coming up a drain, no hot water, or the smell of gas? Our emergency plumbing services run around the clock. A dispatcher answers, not a voicemail, and you get an arrival window on the phone.
Before we arrive: 3 things to do in the next 5 minutes
- Leak or burst pipe: close the main shut-off valve. It is usually where the water line enters the house, or in the meter box at the curb. Then open a low faucet to drain the pressure.
- Leaking water heater: turn the gas control to Off or Pilot, or switch off the breaker if it’s electric. Then close the cold-water valve on top of the tank.
- You smell gas: don’t touch switches or use flames. Leave the house and call SoCalGas at 1-800-427-2200 (Long Beach and Signal Hill: Long Beach Utilities, (562) 570-2140) or 911 from outside.
Our Plumbing Services in Orange County
Residential and commercial plumbing services, from a dripping faucet to a full sewer line replacement, all with one call. Every job starts with a diagnosis and a written price.
Tank and tankless units, installed with the seismic straps California requires.
When a line under the slab or yard can’t be saved, we route a new one around it.
Hidden leaks located with as little opening of walls and floors as possible.
Running, leaking and clogged toilets fixed, or replaced with a water-saving model.
Not sure what you need?
| What you’re seeing | Most likely service |
|---|---|
| Water on the floor, ceiling stain, meter spinning with taps off | Leak detection or slab leak repair |
| Several drains slow, gurgling toilet, sewage smell | Sewer camera inspection and line repair |
| No hot water, rumbling tank, rusty hot water | Water heater repair or replacement |
| One sink or tub draining slowly | Drain cleaning |
| Rotten-egg smell near an appliance | Leave the house, call your gas utility, then book gas line repair once the area is safe |
Why Choose Target Plumbers: Trusted Orange County Plumbers
Target Plumbers takes pride in providing expert plumbing solutions tailored to both homeowners and businesses in the local community. With a team of fully licensed and insured professionals, every job—whether it’s routine maintenance or a plumbing emergency—is completed with precision and care. Plumbing problems can be overwhelming, so transparency, affordability, and customer satisfaction remain at the core of every service we provide. From quick fixes to long-term installations, our goal is to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish.
Fully Licensed & Insured
Our team consists of fully licensed and insured professionals who adhere to the highest standards of quality and safety, giving you peace of mind with every service we provide.
24/7 Emergency Services
Each of our local lines is answered around the clock.
Flat-Rate Pricing with No Surprises
We diagnose, show you what we found, and give you one written price. If you say no, you pay only
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
If something we fixed fails, we come back and make it right.
Flexible Financing Options
We know plumbing services can sometimes come with a hefty price tag, which is why we offer flexible financing options, including 0% interest for up to 48 months, making essential repairs and installations more affordable.
How a Visit Works
1. We Review Your Request
We check your details and service needs
2. We call you back
A friendly team member will contact you shortly to confirm the details.
3. We schedule a time
We’ll find a time that works for you.
4. You get a Written Price
One flat-rate quote before any work starts.
What a fair plumbing quote looks like
- A written price for the whole job before work starts, not an open-ended hourly clock.
- The contractor’s license number, checkable at cslb.ca.gov. In California, anyone without a license may only take jobs under $1,000 that need no permit and that they do alone; anything bigger needs a licensed contractor (CSLB).
- Permit costs listed separately when a job needs one, such as a water heater replacement, a repipe or gas piping.
- Warranty terms in writing.
- No pressure to decide on the spot for work that isn’t an emergency.
Plumbing in Orange County: Hard Water and Older Homes
Much of Orange County’s tap water is hard. Santa Ana, for example, reports about 250 ppm, roughly 15 grains per gallon (City of Santa Ana). Hard water leaves scale in water heaters, which you hear as popping or rumbling. It also wears out tankless heat exchangers, faucet cartridges and toilet fill valves early. An annual tank flush, tankless descaling, and a whole-house filter where it makes sense all extend equipment life.
About half of Santa Ana’s homes were built before 1970 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024). Homes from that era often still have galvanized supply lines and cast-iron or clay sewer laterals. Those cause low pressure, rusty water and roots in the sewer line. A camera inspection and a pressure check are the cheapest ways to see how much life your pipes have left.
California law requires every new or replacement water heater to be braced, anchored or strapped against earthquake motion (Health & Safety Code §19211). We include strapping on every installation.
Call your local Target Plumbers location
Each location has its own line, answered by our team. Addresses and numbers match our Google Business Profiles.
Orange County
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Also serving Pasadena, North Hollywood, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood and Echo Park
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Orange County Plumbing Questions
How do I find a good plumber in Orange County?
Choose one that is licensed (verify the number at cslb.ca.gov) and insured, has recent Google reviews, and gives a written flat-rate price before starting. The warranty should be in writing too. For emergencies, ask whether a real person answers 24/7 and roughly when a plumber can arrive. Get a second quote on large, non-urgent jobs.
How much does a plumber cost in Orange County?
It depends on the job, not the clock. We charge a flat price per job and give it to you in writing after diagnosing and before any work starts. Big jobs such as a water heater or sewer repair can be financed at 0% for up to 48 months on approved credit.
Do you offer 24-hour emergency plumbing in Orange County and LA?
Yes. Call (844) 941-2727 or your area’s local line at any hour. While you wait, shut off the main water valve for a leak. If you smell gas, leave the house and call your gas utility or 911 from outside: SoCalGas at 1-800-427-2200, or Long Beach Utilities at (562) 570-2140 in Long Beach and Signal Hill.
How can I tell if a plumber is overcharging me?
Ask for a written, itemized price before work begins, plus the license number and warranty terms. Be wary of open-ended hourly quotes on routine jobs, and of pressure to approve a large replacement on the spot. A second quote on work that isn’t urgent is always reasonable.
Is Orange County water hard, and does it hurt my plumbing?
Yes, in much of the county. Santa Ana reports about 250 ppm, roughly 15 grains per gallon. That builds scale in water heaters and tankless units and wears out faucet and toilet parts faster. Yearly flushing and descaling help, and a whole-house filter is worth it if you replace fixtures often.
Do I need a permit for plumbing work?
For some jobs, yes. Water heater replacement, repiping, sewer replacement and gas line work usually need a city permit. Clearing a clog or fixing a leaking valve usually doesn’t. When a permit is needed, we pull it and schedule the inspection.
What if I can't afford a plumbing repair right now?
Tell us when you call. We offer 0% financing for up to 48 months on approved credit, and we’ll separate what must be fixed now for safety from what can wait.